Rohit Sharma, India's celebrated cricket captain, has cleared the air regarding his future in international cricket. Following the Champions Trophy 2025, where speculation about his retirement intensified, Rohit firmly addressed the rumors by confirming that he is not retiring from ODI cricket. His statement, delivered in his signature calm and composed manner, reassured fans and silenced gossip surrounding his career. Speaking after the Champions Trophy 2025 final, Rohit stated, "I am not going to retire from this format. Just to make sure no rumours are spread moving forward. Koi future plan hai nahi, jo chal raha hai chalega (there is no future plan, whatever is going on will continue as it is)." This statement brought relief to cricket enthusiasts, ending uncertainty about his ODI career.
 

A day later, Rohit expanded further on his future plans during a conversation on Jio Hotstar. He emphasized that he prefers to take his career one step at a time rather than looking too far ahead. "Right now, I am taking things as they come. It wouldn't be fair for me to think too far ahead. At this moment, my focus is on playing well and maintaining the right mindset. I don't want to draw any lines and say whether I will or won't play in the 2027 World Cup," Rohit said. Despite this measured response, a Cricbuzz report claims that Rohit Sharma is indeed preparing to continue playing until the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. The report suggests that if things proceed as planned, Rohit may exit international cricket after the prestigious event. As part of his plan to maintain peak performance until 2027, Rohit is expected to collaborate closely with Abhishek Nayar, the current assistant coach of the Indian cricket team. The two share a long-standing connection, having been teammates in domestic cricket. Nayar is a highly respected mentor in Indian cricket, having previously guided players like Dinesh Karthik, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul. His expertise in fitness, mental conditioning, and technical skills has earned him significant praise in the cricketing fraternity.
 

The plan is for Rohit to focus heavily on maintaining his fitness, improving his batting technique, and refining his on-field approach under Nayar’s guidance. Between 2025 and the 2027 ODI World Cup, India is scheduled to play 27 ODIs, with more fixtures likely to be added later. Rohit Sharma is expected to use these matches as crucial preparation for the marquee event, ensuring he remains in peak form. At 38 years old and nearing 40 by the time of the 2027 World Cup, Rohit’s dedication to fitness and performance will be critical. While there’s clarity about his ODI career, the report indicates that his Test cricket future remains uncertain. Rohit’s recent performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was underwhelming, raising doubts about his role in the longest format. The upcoming IPL 2025 is expected to play a significant role in determining his position in India’s squad for the Tour of England in June. A source quoted in the report remarked, "Let the IPL be over first. Only an astrologer thinks so far ahead into the future." While Rohit Sharma has already retired from T20I cricket, his commitment to excelling in ODIs and Tests remains firm. As he steps into this crucial phase of his career, fans are eager to see how India's dependable opener prepares to take on the 2027 ODI World Cup challenge.